With the Christmas season and the turn of the new year behind us, Detroit Catholic churches are embracing 2018, preparing for new events, and looking to engage with those in the community who want to make the most of their upcoming year. It may be tempting to think that Christmas is the best (or only) time to attend mass, but before you dismiss mass as nothing more than a yearly tradition, you may want to keep the following considerations in mind.
1. Attending mass doesn’t stop when the service ends. The experience of meeting other members within the congregation and conversing with the church staff and volunteers is an outlet which can lead to new friendships and edifying mentorship.
2. The Bible states numerous times that, while individual worship is necessary in order to develop an interpersonal relationship with Christ, participating in a church community will encourage even further growth and closeness as you strengthen your Catholic faith.
3. Are you searching for a way to recoup after a difficult week at work? Detroit Catholic churches like Old St. Mary’s Church can provide you with a moment’s escape, a time of rest, and an opportunity to forget your anxieties in favor of focusing on the majesty and wonder of something greater than yourself.
4. You may find that attending mass is just the place to fulfill your New Year’s resolutions. By engaging with church activities and building community with the remainder of the congregation, you will find that opportunities for service and discipleship within the greater Detroit area are bountiful. The Lord encourages us to lead lives directed by assisting the less fortunate.
These are only a few reasons which may encourage you to make mass a weekly habit rather than an annual practice. Looking for more? The doors of Catholic churches in Detroit, particularly Old St. Mary’s Church, are always open.
